We chose the Above the Lake B&B from reading the Trip Advisor reviews and we were not disappointed. The room - more like a suite - was spacious and very clean. The room was on the ground floor so there is no view but for one night it was a great stopover. The house is set back from the road... More

We, two couples, stayed two nights with Ivan and Maggie in their home's 2-bedroom suite. The suite is clean, roomy, light and cheery, and nicely furnished. Located at ground level, the outer wall of the three rooms are windows, with access from the living room to a patio with table and chairs. Maggie and Ivan are delightful people and hosts.... More

This B&B has great hosts and a good location. When we first arrived, Ivan and Maggie gave us a warm greeting. They took the time to show the 6 of us our rooms, starting with the Garden Suite and then up to the Lakeview Room. The Lakeview Room is just as it states, a view of the lake from the... More

When we arrived at Above the Lake we were greeted warmly by our host Maggie, she showed us our quarters and invited us to wine and nibblies on the back deck in the afternoon with Ivan, Maggie and the other guests staying at the time. Our room was the Lakeview Room which had views of the lake from the sitting... More

I would highly recommend this B&B to others! The hosts are very sweet and will go out of their way to help you have a very enjoying stay and time at Lake Taupo. I would particularly recommend booking a trout fishing trip on the lake with them! We had such a great time and caught some wonderful trout for dinner,... More

Maggie and Ivan are very friendly and attentive hosts who did all that was possible to make our stay delightful. Our room was immaculate and very well set out, with every facility provided. They gave generously of their time and use of the hot tub was included. Good local knowledge and information and I am sure that the fishing experience... More

Our first trip to North Island was such a success thanks to the likes of Ivan & Maggie Rudd who could not have been more helpful or accomodating . 3 nights stay in such a beautiful location ( both property & town ) was excellent and added to that is the fab restaurant next door which had just been awarded... More

My other half and I stayed here for two nights and had a lovely time. We were originally going to pass through quickly, but were persuaded to stay a second night, which we are so glad we did. We had the garden suite, which was lovely and spacious. It was nice to have a separate living area and separate bathroom... More

Maggie and Ivan were excellent hosts - very helpful and knowledgeable. They opened up their entire house to us and encouraged us to make use of their extensive facilities. The rooms were spotlessly clean and spacious. Breakfasts were fantastic. We would certainly return there again. More